Chapter 2: Operating the SportPilot
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Chapter 2: Operating the SportPilot
2.1 Switching on and off
Switching on
The SportPilot enters Standby mode when the power supply is switched on. This
mode is identified by the flashing red
AUTO
LED. As soon as the pilot is engaged
(see below), the red LED glows permanently to confirm this selection.
Switching off
Switching off your boat’s power supply will switch off the SportPilot.
To prevent
the SportPilot draining the battery, always switch off the power
supply when leaving the boat for long periods
.
2.2 Basic operation
Engaging and disengaging the pilot
Engaging the pilot
1. Steer the boat onto the required heading.
2. Turn the rotary control switch clockwise from
STANDBY
to one of the five
autopilot gain settings (
LO
to
HI
).
Note:
Note: It is important to select the correct gain setting for your boat’s speed. See
page 9 for details.
3. Release the wheel – there will be a short delay before the pilot takes control.
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